The Walton County, Florida Board of County Commissioners and Tourist Development Council held a Joint Public Workshop on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 as seen in this video (video).
Strait of Hormuz Crisis: Ceasefire Frays as Iran Strikes UAE and Clashes with U.S. Forces
A fragile ceasefire in the U.S.-Iran conflict showed dangerous cracks Tuesday as Iran launched missiles and drones at the United Arab Emirates, while U.S. naval forces escorting commercial ships through the Strait…
Billy Joe Mitchell, 59 of Caryville, Florida Passes on May 4, 2026
Billy Joe Mitchell, age 59, of Caryville, Florida passed away May 4, 2026. He was born on August 6, 1966, in Marion County, Florida. Billy Joe was preceded in death by his…
Walton County, Florida Tourist Development Council Budget Workshop on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (Video)
The Walton County, Florida Tourist Development Council held a Budget Workshop on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 as seen in the video (below).
Judge’s Apology to White House Correspondents Shooting Suspect Ignites Political Firestorm
A federal judge’s unusual courtroom apology to the suspect in last weekend’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting has triggered fierce backlash, with critics accusing the justice system of coddling a would-be assassin…
Luxury Cruise Ship Evacuated Amid Deadly Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak
Passengers and crew were urgently evacuated Tuesday from a luxury cruise ship after health officials confirmed a suspected hantavirus outbreak that has already killed at least three people. The vessel, reportedly Dutch-flagged…
There’s Always Something New at Salon Blow in Downtown Chipley, Florida
Salon Blow is all about making your life easier, and here’s an outfit you can put together without even trying. Black / white striped set, in sizes: 2S. 1M. 2L $29 Website:…
City of Mexico Beach, Florida Planning and Zoning Meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026 (Video)
The City of Mexico Beach, Florida Planning and Zoning Committee met on Monday, May 4, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
City of Panama City, Florida Commission Meets in Workshop on Monday, May 4, 2026 (Video)
The City of Panama City, Florida Commission met in a regular Workshop on Monday, May 4, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
City of Destin, Florida Holds Regular Council Meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026 (Video)
The City of Destin, Florida held a Regular Council Meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
What Happens When Cinco de Mayo Falls on Taco Tuesday? Coincidental? You’ll Have to Decide
Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is not Mexican Independence Day, a popular misconception. Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican Army’s May 5, 1862 victory…
Photography 101- ‘Should Photographers Avoid Clichéd Subjects and Strive for Originality’? Is There Any ‘Originality’ Left?
The convention against clichéd subjects- sunset silhouettes, moody portraits, or trending hashtags- clashes with 2026’s algorithm-driven ecosystem, creating a creativity crisis. Educators once taught unique vision as the path to galleries and…
Attention Guitar Player- Tariffs and the Affordability Crisis: Why Guitar Prices Are Climbing, and Who Pays
Layered atop design and legal dramas is a macroeconomic storm: U.S. tariffs on imports from China, Vietnam, Mexico, and beyond have hammered the guitar supply chain. Components like tonewoods, pickups, hardware, and…
Sweet Florida Watermelons Have Arrived at Main Street Market in Downtown Chipley, Florida
Sweet Florida watermelons have arrived at Main Street Market in downtown Chipley, Florida, along with in-house cucumber salad, local eggs, A2 raw milk & cream and more. We’ve got a little of…
Slocomb, Alabama Tomato Festival Parade Now Accepting Applications
Join us on June 20, 2026 for a fun-filled morning in Slocomb, Alabama for the Slocomb Tomato Festival. The Slocomb Tomato Festival Parade is now accepting applications parade. Parade Details: • Start…
Supreme Court Restores Mail Access to Abortion Pill in Major Win for Reproductive Rights
The U.S. Supreme Court on May 4, 2026, temporarily restored nationwide access to the abortion pill mifepristone via telehealth, mail, and pharmacies, halting a lower-court order that had required in-person medical visits….
U.S. ‘Project Freedom’ Escalates Tensions in Strait of Hormuz as Iran Fires on Vessels
U.S. forces launched “Project Freedom” on May 4, 2026, guiding the first merchant ships through the Strait of Hormuz under naval escort after President Donald Trump declared the mission would free dozens…
There’s Always Something NEW at Salon Blow in Downtown Chipley, Florida
Here’s a sneak peek of what’s coming soon to Salon Blow, at 1069 Main Street in Chipley, Florida, across from Brown Funeral.
U.S. Marshals Task Force and Walton County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Scott Hayward Rowe for Sex Offender Registration Violations
U.S. Marshals Task Force, which includes members of the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, arrest a sex offender for registration violations and perjury. Scott Hayward Rowe, 43, was arrested at his home on…
‘Cinco de Mayo’ Falls on ‘Taco Tuesday’, so Celebrate With Javier’s Mexican Grill in Downtown Chipley, Florida
This year, Cinco de Mayo falls on Tuesday, May 5 in 2026, is also known as Battle of Puebla Day, which is, coincidentally, also ‘Taco Tuesday’ at Javier’s Mexican Grill in Chipley,…
May 4 is International Firefighters Day
Firefighters dedicate their lives to the protection of life and property. Sometimes that dedication is in the form of countless hours volunteered over many years, in others it is many selfless years…
Alton Kent Jr., 79 of Cottondale, Florida Passes on May 2, 2026
Alton “Al” Kent Jr., 79 of Cottondale, Florida went home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Al was born on March…
May 3 is World Laughter Day
World Laughter Day, celebrated annually on the first Sunday of May, falls on May 3 in many years and stands as a worldwide reminder that laughter is far more than a spontaneous reaction—it is a…
Spirit Airlines ‘Calling It Quits’, All Flights Cancelled
“All Spirit flights have been cancelled, and Spirit guests should not go to the airport.” Spirit Airlines abruptly shuts down, grounding flights nationwide and leaving customers scrambling. Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart…
Doris A. Bray, 93 of Chipley, Florida Passes
Doris A. Bray was born in Dover, New Jersey on March 9, 1933, the daughter of the late William and Hilda (Radmore) Zalasky. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband,…